Bun B
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Bernard Freeman better known by his stage name
Bun B, is an American
rapper and was one half of the southern hip hop duo UGK
(UnderGround Kingz). He is also a guest lecturer at Rice University
located in Houston, Texas
. He recently released his third official solo album Trill OG on August 3, 2010, which received a 5 Mic "Classic" rating in The Source Magazine - the first album in over five years to receive the honor. Bun B is married with two stepchildren.
partner, the late Chad "Pimp C" Butler
entered a jail sentence on an aggravated gun assault charge in 2003, Bun B made guest appearances on numerous albums by other Southern rappers and released a 2005 mixtape titled Legends. Singles featuring a Bun B guest appearance included "They Don't Know" by Paul Wall
, "Gimme That" by Webbie
and "I'm A G" by Yung Joc
. Bun B also appeared in a documentary titled Screwed In Houston produced by VBS/Vice Magazine that details the history of the Houston rap scene.
was released. Singles included "Draped Up
", "Git It
", and "Get Throwed
". The album peaked at the sixth spot on the American Billboard 200
chart and number one on the Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart.
The first single was "That's Gangsta
" featuring Jamaican American artist Sean Kingston
. It debuted at #2 on the Billboard 200, selling 98,000 copies. Other singles were "Damn I'm Cold" featuring Lil Wayne
and "You're Everything
" featuring Rick Ross
, David Banner
, DJ Corbett and 8Ball & MJG
, the latter of which was dedicated to the late Pimp C.
after leaving Warner Music Group
's Asylum Records
. The album was released on August 3, 2010.
On October 28 2011, a song titled "The Life" and produced by 14KT was leaked.
as a Distinguished Lecturer. He taught a course in the School of the Humanities on Hip-Hop and Religion
.
Stage name
A stage name, also called a showbiz name or screen name, is a pseudonym used by performers and entertainers such as actors, wrestlers, comedians, and musicians.-Motivation to use a stage name:...
Bun B, is an American
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
rapper and was one half of the southern hip hop duo UGK
UGK
UGK was an American hip hop duo from Port Arthur, Texas formed in 1987 by the late Chad "Pimp C" Butler . He then joined with Bernard "Bun B" Freeman, who became his longtime partner...
(UnderGround Kingz). He is also a guest lecturer at Rice University
Rice University
William Marsh Rice University, commonly referred to as Rice University or Rice, is a private research university located on a heavily wooded campus in Houston, Texas, United States...
located in Houston, Texas
Houston, Texas
Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States, and the largest city in the state of Texas. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, the city had a population of 2.1 million people within an area of . Houston is the seat of Harris County and the economic center of , which is the ...
. He recently released his third official solo album Trill OG on August 3, 2010, which received a 5 Mic "Classic" rating in The Source Magazine - the first album in over five years to receive the honor. Bun B is married with two stepchildren.
Solo career
When Bun B's UGKUGK
UGK was an American hip hop duo from Port Arthur, Texas formed in 1987 by the late Chad "Pimp C" Butler . He then joined with Bernard "Bun B" Freeman, who became his longtime partner...
partner, the late Chad "Pimp C" Butler
Pimp C
Chad Lamont Butler , better known by his stage name Pimp C, was an American rapper, singer, and producer...
entered a jail sentence on an aggravated gun assault charge in 2003, Bun B made guest appearances on numerous albums by other Southern rappers and released a 2005 mixtape titled Legends. Singles featuring a Bun B guest appearance included "They Don't Know" by Paul Wall
Paul Wall
Paul Michael Slayton , better known by his stage name Paul Wall, is an American rapper. He is currently affiliated with Swishahouse Records, having released several albums under the label as well as...
, "Gimme That" by Webbie
Webbie
Webster Gradney, Jr. , who performs under the mononym Webbie, is an American rapper from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was signed to the independent Trill Entertainment label from 2003 to 2005. In 2005 he came into the hip hop scene with "Gimme That" featuring Bun B...
and "I'm A G" by Yung Joc
Yung Joc
YaMar Jon Robinson , better known by his stage name Yung Joc, is an American rapper.-Early life:Robinson's father, Vivian Young, ran a hair-care products company and helped him write a jingle for Revlon; Robinson founded his own label to release his music.-New Joc City :After Teaming with producer...
. Bun B also appeared in a documentary titled Screwed In Houston produced by VBS/Vice Magazine that details the history of the Houston rap scene.
Trill
In October 2005, Bun B's debut solo album TrillTrill (album)
-Samples:The Inauguration*"Hail to the Chief"Draped Up/Draped Up *"Pimp Tha Pen" by DJ ScrewPushin*"Keep On Pushing me" by The ImpressionsThe Story*"All The Time You Need" by ChansonGit It...
was released. Singles included "Draped Up
Draped Up
Draped Up is the first single from Bun B's solo debut album Trill. it samples elements from the song "Pimp Tha Pen" by the late DJ Screw. It features an intro from Lil' Keke. The official remix is on the album and it features Lil' Keke, Slim Thug, Chamillionaire, Paul Wall, Mike Jones, Aztek, Lil...
", "Git It
Git It
"Git It" is the second single from Bun B's debut album Trill. It features Ying Yang Twins and is produces by Mr. Collipark. It is charted #22 on the U.S. rap chart. This song is also a remake of the song "Get It Girl" which was done by the Miami based rap duo 2 Live Crew and released in 1986...
", and "Get Throwed
Get Throwed
"Get Throwed" is the third single from Bun B's debut album Trill. It features Pimp C, Z-Ro, Young Jeezy, and Jay-Z.The song was the first video Pimp C was featured on since he was released from his prison sentence. On the music video, Jay-Z is absent because of contract restrictions, so Bun B and...
". The album peaked at the sixth spot on the American Billboard 200
Billboard 200
The Billboard 200 is a ranking of the 200 highest-selling music albums and EPs in the United States, published weekly by Billboard magazine. It is frequently used to convey the popularity of an artist or groups of artists...
chart and number one on the Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart.
II Trill
After Pimp C died in 2007, Bun B returned to a solo career. In 2008, he released his second album, II TrillII Trill
-Samples:You're Everything*"Cry for You" by JodeciPop It 4 Pimp*"Back That Azz Up" by JuvenileUnderground Thang*"Steppin' Out" by Steel PulseAngel In The Sky*"Ribbon in the Sky" by Stevie Wonder-Chopped-Up Not Slopped-Up:...
The first single was "That's Gangsta
That's Gangsta
"That's Gangsta" is the first single from the Bun B album II Trill. It features Sean Kingston and is produced by J.R. Rotem. The single peaked at #45 on the U.S. Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The video is released on MTV2's Unleashed on April 21, 2008. The video features cameos from Young...
" featuring Jamaican American artist Sean Kingston
Sean Kingston
Sean Kingston is a Jamaican-American singer. He pursued a music career and debuted in 2007 with the album Sean Kingston.-Early life:...
. It debuted at #2 on the Billboard 200, selling 98,000 copies. Other singles were "Damn I'm Cold" featuring Lil Wayne
Lil Wayne
Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr. , better known by his stage name Lil Wayne, is an American rapper. At the age of nine, Lil Wayne joined Cash Money Records as the youngest member of the label, and half of the duo, The B.G.'z, with B.G.. In 1997, Lil Wayne joined the group Hot Boys, which also included...
and "You're Everything
You're Everything
"You're Everything" is the second single from the Bun B album II Trill. It features Rick Ross, David Banner, 8Ball & MJG and is produced by Mr. Lee. The video was released August, 6th on BET's Access Granted. In 8Ball's verse, he reels off a list of Dirty South rappers Pimp C, Bun B, 8Ball & MJG,...
" featuring Rick Ross
Rick Ross
Rick, Ricky or Richard Ross may also refer to:* Rick Ross , American rapper* Richard J. Ross, a Massachusetts State Senator* Richard Ross , an American photographer...
, David Banner
David Banner
Lavell Crump , better known by his stage name David Banner, is an American rapper, record producer and occasional actor. Banner was born in Jackson, Mississippi and graduated from Southern University. He started his music career as a member of the rap duo, Crooked Lettaz before going solo in 2000...
, DJ Corbett and 8Ball & MJG
8Ball & MJG
8Ball & MJG is an American Rap and Crunk duo from Memphis, Tennessee. The two rappers met at in 1980.They first appeared on the rap scene with their 1992 underground album Listen To The Lyrics...
, the latter of which was dedicated to the late Pimp C.
Trill OG
Bun B's third album is Trill OG. In an interview with MTV Live, Bun B stated that 2Pac is set to feature on the album, claiming "It's a brand new verse." The album was released under Universal Music GroupUniversal Music Group
Universal Music Group is an American music group, the largest of the "big four" record companies by its commanding market share and its multitude of global operations...
after leaving Warner Music Group
Warner Music Group
Warner Music Group is the third largest business group and family of record labels in the recording industry, making it one of the big four record companies...
's Asylum Records
Asylum Records
Asylum Records is an American record label founded in 1971 by David Geffen, and partner Elliot Roberts, who had previously worked as agents at the William Morris Agency. Founded specifically to provide a record contract for Jackson Browne, the label signed Tom Waits, Linda Ronstadt, Joni Mitchell...
. The album was released on August 3, 2010.
On October 28 2011, a song titled "The Life" and produced by 14KT was leaked.
Acting
Bun B recently acted in the Straight-to-DVD movie "Ghetto Stories: The Movie". It is unknown at this time though if he is still pursuing an acting career.Teaching
At the start of the Spring 2011 semester, Bun B joined the faculty of Rice UniversityRice University
William Marsh Rice University, commonly referred to as Rice University or Rice, is a private research university located on a heavily wooded campus in Houston, Texas, United States...
as a Distinguished Lecturer. He taught a course in the School of the Humanities on Hip-Hop and Religion
Religion
Religion is a collection of cultural systems, belief systems, and worldviews that establishes symbols that relate humanity to spirituality and, sometimes, to moral values. Many religions have narratives, symbols, traditions and sacred histories that are intended to give meaning to life or to...
.
Family
Bun B is married to Angela Walls with two stepchildren. One of his stepsons is American rapper Young B, who is currently a member of the rap group Youngest N Charge. Youngest N Charge is currently Bun B's opening act.Discography
- 2005: TrillTrill (album)-Samples:The Inauguration*"Hail to the Chief"Draped Up/Draped Up *"Pimp Tha Pen" by DJ ScrewPushin*"Keep On Pushing me" by The ImpressionsThe Story*"All The Time You Need" by ChansonGit It...
- 2008: II TrillII Trill-Samples:You're Everything*"Cry for You" by JodeciPop It 4 Pimp*"Back That Azz Up" by JuvenileUnderground Thang*"Steppin' Out" by Steel PulseAngel In The Sky*"Ribbon in the Sky" by Stevie Wonder-Chopped-Up Not Slopped-Up:...
- 2010: Trill OG